It may be tempting to take the easy way out and connect your electric fireplace with an extension cord. This is very dangerous and can lead to a house fire. Did you know, extension cords are one of the leading causes of electrical fires? Extension cords are not intended to be used permanently, nor should they be used for high usage appliances.
Can I Use An Extension Cord With an Electric Heater? This is one of the most frequently asked questions we get about fireplaces. While some people may have told you that they’ve done it before or it’s okay, here’s why you should not use extension cord on electric fireplaces.
Just this week the Federal Environmental Protection Agency announced a proposal to lower emissions and pollutants from residential wood stoves. Changes in the policy will affect a wide range of heaters including wood stoves, wood pellet stoves, fireplace inserts, masonry heaters, and forced-air wood furnaces. This is the first time that heating devices aside from normal wood stoves will be regulated by the EPA.
Current EPA policy certifies non-catalytic wood stoves that emit less than 7.5 grams of fine particle per hour. Standards would change in 2019 to force new stoves to emit just 1.3 grams per hour, a sizeable difference by any measurement. With 11.5 million U.S. homeowners using wood for heat, the affect of the policy will have a large affect on an industry that is projected to manufacture 85,695 wood stoves in the year 2015 alone. (Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration)
Fireplace emissions based on type of unit. Click to view larger image.
Ever wish that you could change the weather? Well you can with a simple patio heater! You may have noticed heating units at luxury restaurants, hotel lofts, and other outdoor venues. Patio heaters allow you to enjoy the evening without having to worry about cold weather, wind, or bringing an extra jacket.
If you’re skeptical about the amount of heat these patio heaters provide, try for yourself. Stand around a warm patio heater for just a few seconds and you will know that they provide ample heat for a toasty backyard bash! Here are some of the different styles of patio heaters that you may find suitable for your application.
Stainless Steel Patio Heaters
Stainless steel is among the most durable metals used for home furnishing. To top it off, the stylish finish is visually enticing and easy to clean. Patio heaters can update your deck with a modern look that will revitalize your backyard.
Pictured below is the 89” Lotus Stainless Steel Commercial Patio Heater. Weighing just over 45 pounds, the Lotus Patio heater packs a real punch. This stainless steel patio heater boasts a 46,000 BTU heating capacity. To put this in context, a normal house requires 20,000-25,000 BTU’s. Stainless steel patio heaters are the best way to go if you are deciding based on heating capacity.
The 89” Lotus Stainless Steel Commercial Patio Heater from Sonora. More info.
Fire has a natural glow that is captivating and equally entertaining. While sitting around a bon-fire late at night, you may have discovered that the color of the flame will change depending on what you put in the fire. No we are not advocating you burning all of the photographs of your ex-boyfrind/girlfriend! In fact, it’s simple chemistry that causes this reaction!
Newspapers are one of the most commonly used items but the fire isn’t always consistent and can require some period of trial and error. There is a way that you can make fire burn in different colors with just a few ingredients from the grocery store. First, let’s get an understanding of how the color of fire can be manipulated in this way.
Just as a forewarning, you probably don’t want to try this with any gas fires because it can be much more dangerous. Continue reading →
Christmas is a special time of year where we gather around the fireplace to open presents, share smiles and exchange laughter, and enjoy the company of our closest loved ones. After you’ve opened the last present and stuffed yourself full with as much honey glazed ham as humanly possible, snuggle up around a warm fire and pop in your favorite Christmas movie.
With so many to choose from, we decided to put together this list of the absolute Best Christmas Movies that you may have forgotten over the years! You can catch a short preview clip to decide which one you’ll start with first. Don’t forget to decorate your fireplace mantel for Christmas!
Christmas Classics the Whole Family Can Enjoy
Love Actually
Love actually gives us ten different perspectives that remind us what love actually is. This is a wonderful film set in London that follows the stories of a group of unique individuals, all of whom seem to show love in their own special way. Whether you’re the type to wear your emotions on your sleeve or you’re not into all of the mushy love scenes, there’s something for everybody! See which character you match up with the most!
The countdown is on and Christmas is right around the corner. Now’s the time for parent’s to put on their game faces and get serious. This is the time of year that you can make or break your child’s dreams; this is not a drill! Making all of your child’s dreams come true is no easy task. In fact, a recent survey was conducted by the Early Learning Centre confirmed parent’s worse nightmares.
Out of 2,000 parents surveyed, researchers found that the average Christmas list would cost parents $1,400 to appease their child’s desires! On top of that, nearly 72% of hopeful children write a Christmas list to Santa each year. This clearly shows that the stakes are high. A spokesman from the company said, “For many children, putting together their wish list is the start of the Christmas build-up.” Here’s 10 Ways to Decorate Your Fireplace Mantel this Christmas in hopes of taking the pressure off the gift opening ceremony!
Christmas Fireplace Decorations
This contemporary home features a white fireplace mantel decorated with blue ornaments and joyful Christmas decorations. Blue and white create a natural blend that is delightful to the eye. Simple yet cheerful, this example shows you that you don’t have to go over the top to create an exciting Christmas home.
Legend has it that back in 16th century Mexico, a young girl was too poor to provide a gift for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. An angel inspired her to gather weeds from the roadside and place them at the Church altar. Crimson flowers blossomed from these weeds and became known as Poinsettia. Set poinsettia at the base of your fireplace mantel to give to remind you what Christmas is all about!
The Consumer Product Safety Commission recently issued a recall on an outdoor fireplace that was manufactured in China. The item in question, the Clay Bowl Outdoor Fireplace, is part of CPSC Recall #14-022. In order to prevent serious harm or dangerous conditions, you can find contact information and suggested remedies if you have purchased one of these recalled fireplaces by reading below.
Product Description
Imported by Nantucket Distributing LLC, the Clay Bowl Outdoor Fireplace was sold in Christmas Tree Shops and And That! stores between July and October of this year. On the original packaging that the fireplace came in, you will be able to find a label with Model #CTFB215 listed on the box. In the case that you have thrown out your box, you can determine if your outdoor fireplace is part of this recall by its description.
The Clay Outdoor Fireplace has been recalled due to concerns over burn hazards.
This outdoor unit features a black metal bowl that sits in a clay bowl. The clay bowl is nestled within a steel bowl frame that measures approximately 23 inches in diameter. The Clay Outdoor Fireplace has a domed lid that adds a safety feature to prevent burns and serious accidents. The model number should also be listed within the instruction manual that the product came with. Continue reading →
Electric fireplaces have many advantages over conventional wood fireplaces or even gas logs. They are easy to install, cheaper to operate, and require less maintenance and cleaning than wood burning or gas log fireplaces.
Brick fireplaces are standard features in many homes and are considered more utilitarian and functional than part of the interior décor. However, when you remodel a room and change the furniture and furnishing to give it a brand new look, you need to ensure that the brick fireplace receives a makeover as well. This can be done even while retaining the unique qualities and texture that a brick fireplace can bring to a room.
Everybody enjoys the idea of a cozy fire on cold evenings. While fireplace designs have been evolving over the ages, your fireplace is unlikely to work well the first time you light a fire in it. It can either smoke, or not burn evenly, or exhibit other problems. These problems need to be sorted out as they arise to ensure that you have a great fire in your fireplace.
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